Detail 01
Black nickel body with gold lacquer keys
This version carries the black-and-gold finish combination named in its title.
Product detailSKU #1500000424293
SelmerSelmer Alto Saxophone, Lacquer Finish, Lightweight Case, Selmer R402 Mouthpiece Black Nickel Body Gold Lacquer Keys
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For intermediate alto work, the Selmer SAS511 brings together a premium brass body, hand-adjusted neck, and vintage-influenced post-to-rib construction. The one-piece, hand-hammered bell is part of its resonant, projecting design, while light keywork with blue steel springs is built to keep fast passages moving. Tilting table keys and an adjustable thumb rest give the player useful ergonomic adjustment. Its tone holes receive a three-stage leveling process for pad seating and consistency, and the included backpack-style nylon case suits regular travel to lessons, rehearsal, or gigs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Intermediate alto players who need responsive keywork for demanding solo and ensemble parts.
- Taking an alto saxophone to lessons, band practice, and gigs in its backpack-style case.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking specifically for a tenor saxophone.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Hand-adjusted neck and premium brass body
These are core elements of the instrument's Selmer Paris-inspired design.
Detail 03
Blue steel springs
They contribute to the specified quick, responsive key feel.
Detail 04
Three-phase tone-hole leveling
This supports pad seating and playing stability.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The supplied title identifies a Selmer R402 mouthpiece.
- 02Confirm that an alto saxophone is the instrument you need.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What finish does this version have?
It has a black nickel body with gold lacquer keys.
02Does it include a case?
Yes. A ballistic nylon case with backpack straps, handles, an outer pocket, and a padded interior is included.
03Can the thumb rest be adjusted?
Yes. The thumb rest is adjustable.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
